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Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

REMOVE

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.

2. Raise vehicle on hoist.

3. Disconnect electrical harness from Transmission Range (TR) sensor.

4. Remove two retaining bolts.

5. Remove TR sensor.

INSTALL

1. Place shift control selector lever in the "NEUTRAL" position.

2. Install TR sensor and loosely install two retaining bolts.

3. Align TR slots using Transmission Range Sensor Alignment Tool.

4. Tighten retaining bolts to 9-12 Nm (7-9 ft lb) and remove tool.

5. Connect electrical harness to sensor.

6. Lower the vehicle.

7. Connect battery ground cable.

8. Check for proper operation with parking brake engaged. The engine should start only in "PARK" or "NEUTRAL."

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